The Epoch Times
Dec 29, 2009
By Wang Qian, Yi Fan, Fang Liang
Sound of Hope Radio Network

It has been nearly a year since Gao Zhisheng disappeared—kidnapped by Chinese police. His family lives in a state of constant fear and turmoil regarding his well-being. Their questions persist, unanswered: Where is he? Is he still alive?

Gao is often referred to as the “conscience of China.” At enormous personal risk, he has defended Falun Gong practitioners, house Christians, and others who are denied basic rights by the communist regime in China.

The regime has not responded to queries regarding his whereabouts. Due to the extreme nature of the physical and mental torture he endured during previous arrests, many public officials, human rights organizations, and individuals have petitioned for his release.

On Christmas Eve, in the midst of a harsh winter and after enduring two long days of travel, his older brother Gao Zhiyi went again to Beijing on behalf of his family. His mission: to determine the whereabouts of his brother, so the entire family could have a sense of direction for the New Year.    more …